An important characteristic that Hemichordates share with Chordates is

Options

(a) Pharynx without gill slits
(b) Absence of notochord
(c) Ventral tubular nerve cord
(d) Pharynx with gill slits

Correct Answer:

Pharynx with gill slits

Explanation:

Pharyngeal gill slits are present in hemichordates as well as in chordates. The notochord is present in chordates only. Ventral tubular nerve cord is a characteristic feature of non-chordates.